Australia to Start Inviting Skilled Migrants for PR Visa Soon with a Fresh Quota of 185,000

Vikrant Gungash
Jul 28
3 min read

By Vikrant Singh, July 28, 2025

Big news for skilled professionals dreaming of a new life in Australia!

The Australian government has confirmed that it will maintain its generous permanent migration program at 185,000 places for the 2025–26 financial year. This means thousands of skilled migrants will soon be invited to apply for PR under the country's renewed migration intake.

Whether you’re an engineer, software developer, nurse, tradesperson, or business professional — this is your opportunity to secure permanent residency in one of the world’s most liveable countries.

Why This Matters

According to the Migration Institute of Australia (MIA), keeping the quota steady reflects Australia’s strategic approach to managing skills shortages, strengthening its economy, and promoting regional development.

“Maintaining the current permanent migration planning level enhances business confidence in addressing skills shortages via Employer Sponsored visas, and contributes to our economy and tax base,” said Peter van Vliet, CEO of MIA.

In simple terms: Australia needs skilled talent — and it’s opening the doors wide.

Breakdown of the 185,000 Migration Places

The 2025–26 PR intake is expected to continue with a strong emphasis on skilled migration, which traditionally takes up the majority share of the program:

Migration Stream	Approx. Share	Who It’s For
Skilled Migration	~70%	Professionals, tradespeople, and regional workers
Family Migration	~30%	Partners, parents, and children of Australians
Special Eligibility	<1%	Special humanitarian and other cases

With skilled migration occupying the bulk of this quota, now is the ideal time for eligible professionals to prepare their profiles for:

Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent Visa)
Subclass 190 (State Nominated PR Visa)
Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional – Provisional Visa)

Top Sectors in Demand

Australia continues to face skill shortages in high-impact sectors, including:

Information Technology (IT)
Healthcare and Nursing
Engineering
Construction and Trade
Education and Early Childhood Care
Agriculture and Regional Services

States and territories are actively sponsoring professionals in these areas — especially for those willing to live and work in regional zones.

What Migrants Gain with Australian PR

Obtaining PR status in Australia brings lifelong benefits:

The right to live and work anywhere in Australia
Access to Medicare (public healthcare)
Pathway to Australian citizenship
Sponsorship rights for family members
Study at local rates (no international tuition fees)
Social security and welfare benefits after qualifying periods

What You Should Do Next

If you're interested in applying under this new intake:

Check if your occupation is on the skilled list
Get your skills assessed by a relevant authority
Prepare for your English language test (IELTS/PTE)
Gather documents for state nomination (if applying for 190/491)
Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect

Final Word

Australia’s decision to maintain 185,000 migration places — despite global uncertainties — is a signal of confidence in the value that migrants bring to the nation.

If you’ve been waiting for the right time to apply for PR, this is it.Get ready — invitations will start rolling out soon.

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